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The Benefits of Pelvic Health Physical Therapy for Cancer Patients

Written by: Lisa English, PT, DPT, WCS – Nesin Pelvic Health Clinic Director I don’t often speak in absolutes, but I will say that physical therapy should be a part of a person’s cancer journey. The effects of cancer, and even more so the effects of cancer treatment, can negatively impact a person’s body. These effects… Read More

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Men's Health Pre & Postpartum Women's Health

How to Feed Your Baby Without Sacrificing Your Posture

Written by: Meredith Taylor, PT, DPTWhether you are breastfeeding, bottle feeding, or pumping, check your posture! Improved posture can help decrease postpartum pain or discomfort in areas such as the shoulders, neck, pelvic floor, back, or hips. Here are 5 quick areas to self assess:Head and Neck PositionShoulder Position and Arm/Baby SupportMid Back and Rib… Read More

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Men's Health Pre & Postpartum Women's Health

Our Pelvic PTs Are Thankful For…

Written by: Nesin Pelvic Health November has us pelvic therapists reflecting on what we’re thankful for, specifically the products we’re thankful patients have available to them. Check out the featured products our therapists chose below!Squatty PottyLisa English, PT, DPT, WCS  is thankful for squatty potties because it helps relax the pelvic muscles so going #2… Read More

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Repeat Offenders: Tips on How to Control Chronic Pain

Let’s take a look at a few ‘repeat offenders’ that can affect your chronic pain, and how you can help manage them! 1.SleepSleep is being recognized more as an essential component to pain management. Poor sleep quality can make perception of pain worse. Thankfully, good sleep quality can actually reduce pain experience! If your quality of… Read More